Chapter 1, Problem 1.70P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The object with higher or lower potential is to be indicated on the dashed line. Also, the more or less stable object is to be labeled.

Concept introduction:

Energy is defined as the capacity to do work. It is associated with both physical and chemical changes.

The two types of energy are as follows:

1. Potential energy: It is the energy due to the position of the object relative to the other objects.

2. Kinetic energy: It is the energy that arises due to the motion of the objects.

Stability is inversely related to potential energy and therefore higher the potential energy lower will be the stability.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The object with higher or lower potential is to be indicated on the dashed line. Also, the more or less stable object is to be labeled.

Concept introduction:

Energy is defined as the capacity to do work. It is associated with both physical and chemical changes.

The two types of energy are as follows:

1. Potential energy: It is the energy due to the position of the object relative to the other objects.

2. Kinetic energy: It is the energy that arises due to the motion of the objects.

Stability is inversely related to potential energy and therefore higher the potential energy lower will be the stability.